Manufacturing Manager - Automotive
Temple, GA
$100,000 to $115,000
Job ID 29242
Our client is a well-established automotive manufacturer known for delivering high-quality products to leading automotive brands. With a strong commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and continued growth, the company offers a stable work environment, competitive compensation, annual bonus opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) matching. Due to continued expansion, they are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Manager to lead production operations at their Temple, Georgia facility.
Job Summary:
The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for directing and optimizing all production activities within an automotive manufacturing environment. This role ensures safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations while meeting customer quality standards and delivery requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automotive manufacturing, team leadership, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead daily manufacturing operations to achieve production, quality, safety, and delivery objectives.
- Develop and manage production schedules to support customer demand and on-time shipment performance.
- Coach, mentor, and develop production teams while promoting a positive and accountable work culture.
- Ensure compliance with automotive quality standards, including IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and related requirements.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies.
- Partner with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams to optimize production efficiency.
- Monitor key manufacturing metrics such as OEE, scrap, yield, downtime, and cycle times.
- Maintain a safe work environment by enforcing company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Manage labor utilization, operating costs, and production budgets to support profitability goals.
- Support new product launches, equipment implementation, process improvements, and validation activities.
- Prepare and present operational performance reports to senior leadership.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or a related field; equivalent experience will be considered.
- 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience in an automotive production environment.
- Strong understanding of automotive quality systems, manufacturing processes, and process improvement methodologies.
- Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, root cause analysis, and corrective action initiatives.
- Proven leadership, team-building, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Please apply or send us a copy of your resume to [email protected]. All inquiries and resume submissions will be kept confidential. For additional information, please call 614-760-5799.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
